Fantasy Football Week 11: QB Starts, Bears Coaching Change, Injury Updates & Waiver Wire
Fantasy Football TodayNovember 13, 202444 min13,682 views
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- π Anthony Richardson is named the starting quarterback for the Colts for the rest of the season, signaling a move towards playmaking ability using his legs.
- π‘ While inconsistent, Richardson offers a boom-or-bust fantasy outlook, with potential for 15-20 points or under 10.
- π For Week 11, Richardson could find success against the Jets defense due to his rushing potential, similar to other recent quarterbacks who have performed well against them.
- β Josh Downs is a borderline WR2/WR3, with Michael Pittman's status uncertain; Alec Pierce is seen as a big-play threat but lacks consistency.
Bears Coaching Change & QB Outlook
- π The Bears fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and promoted Thomas Brown, a move seen as potentially beneficial for Caleb Williams' development.
- π€ While the move offers hope, it's uncertain if it will immediately improve the offensive line or passing game, making it difficult to recommend starting Bears players besides D'Andre Swift.
Injury Updates & Fantasy Impact
- π€ Trevor Lawrence is out for Week 11 with a shoulder injury, with speculation he might shut down the season.
- π C.J. Stroud is out for Week 11 with a shoulder injury, with speculation he might shut down the season.
- π C.J. Stroud is out for Week 11 with a shoulder injury, with speculation he might shut down the season.
- β With Dak Prescott out for the season, CeeDee Lamb remains a must-start WR2, but Jake Ferguson and Rico Dowdle are borderline starters.
- π Brian Robinson Jr. has a hamstring injury, potentially opening more opportunities for Austin Ekeler.
- π€ Devonte Smith and Dallas Goedert are dealing with injuries, making them borderline starters against Washington's improved pass defense.
Waiver Wire & Player Trends
- π Audric Estime is the most added player, showing potential but facing competition from Javonte Williams in Denver's backfield.
- π€ Gus Edwards is back and expected to share work with JK Dobbins, forming a similar one-two punch to the Lions' backfield.
- π Tank Bigsby is among the most dropped players, but may still have a role once healthy, especially with Jacksonville's bye week approaching.
Running Back Landscape
- π For the rest of the season, Derrick Henry is considered a consistent RB1, while Bijan Robinson is highlighted for his strong performance and favorable playoff schedule.
- βοΈ The Chiefs backfield will likely feature a 50/50 split between Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt upon Pacheco's return from injury.
- π€ Aaron Jones's rib injury makes him a concern, potentially increasing Cam Akers's workload and making him a viable flex option if Jones is out.
Start/Bench/Cut Decisions
- π Bo Nix is a strong start over Russell Wilson, while Sam Darnold is a cut due to inconsistency.
- π― Jakobi Myers is a strong start, with Josh Downs and Cedric Tillman being benched or cut depending on quarterback situations.
- π Drake London is a start, with Calvin Ridley and Jauan Jennings on the bench or cut, depending on individual team needs and matchups.
- π Mark Andrews is a start, with T.J. Hockenson and David Njoku being benched or cut, though all are considered valuable tight ends.
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